Michael Jackson Biopic Gets New Release Date; To Release Worldwide on April 24, 2026
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Jaafar Jackson, nephew of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, will play his uncle in the biopic “Michael”, scripted by John Logan and directed by Antoine Fuqua. Graham King, an Oscar winner for The Departed, is producing the movie.
A Long-Awaited Tribute to the King of Pop
The Michael Jackson biopic Michael is finally hitting theaters after years of speculation and many delays — and fans are rejoicing.
Featuring an all-star cast and a top creative team, the film promises to be a powerful and emotional journey, offering audiences an epic musical ride through the roller-coaster life of Michael Jackson and his meteoric rise to fame.
New Global Release Date Announced
According to Variety, the film will now release worldwide on April 24, 2026, shifting from its earlier slated release in October.
About the Biopic
- Title: Michael
- Release Date: April 24, 2026
- Lead Actor: Jaafar Jackson as Michael Jackson
- Director: Antoine Fuqua
- Screenwriter: John Logan
- Producer: Graham King (Oscar winner for The Departed)
Storyline & Themes
The biopic will take audiences through:
- An intimate examination of Michael Jackson’s life.
- A retelling of Jackson’s rise to global superstardom and his subsequent fall.
- A bold discussion on the sex abuse allegations that surrounded the late pop icon.
Stellar Ensemble Cast
A strong ensemble has been chosen to portray pivotal people in Michael Jackson’s life and career:
- Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson (Michael’s father)
- Nia Long as Katherine Jackson (Michael’s mother)
- Miles Teller as John Branca (Jackson’s longtime adviser and lawyer)
- Larenz Tate as Berry Gordy (Founder of Motown Records)
- Laura Harrier as Suzanne de Passe (Music executive)
- Kat Graham as Diana Ross
Additional cast includes:
- Kevin Shinick as Dick Clark (TV host)
- KeiLyn Durrel Jones as Bill Bray (Jackson’s loyal security chief)
- Liv Symone as Gladys Knight (Soul singer)
- Jessica Sula as La Toya Jackson (Michael’s sister)
- Kendrick Sampson as Quincy Jones (Renowned music impresario)
Final Word
Slated for release in April 2026, Michael promises to be a stirring and poignant tribute to a pop culture giant whose music and legacy forever altered the course of the industry.
